Gold Link mkIII vs Musical Fidelity X-DAC v3
The X-DAC v3's signal-to-noise is 121 dB against the Gold Link mkIII's 125 dB and its output voltage 2.2V RMS against 4.0V RMS. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$680
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About the Gold Link mkIII
The MSB Technology Gold Link mkIII is a sophisticated DAC that uses four times as many 24-bit Burr Brown DAC chips compared to the base Link III, delivering exceptional sound quality with high transparency, richness, and warmth. It supports balanced AES/EBU input, MSB Network input for up to 192kHz, and offers user-installable upsampling options at 96kHz, 132kHz, and even 192kHz with upgrades. The unit features a dynamic range of 130dB, signal-to-noise ratio of 125dB, and line output of 4V. It includes advanced clocking options for jitter reduction and synchronization, and can be upgraded with Half Nelson and Full Nelson parts, HDCD decoding, and an external P1000 Power Base power supply for enhanced performance. The Gold Link mkIII is known for its smooth, rich sound with solid bass and excellent detail retrieval, making it a highly regarded DAC in its price range.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DAC Chip
- Burr Brown
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 125 dB
- Output Voltage
- 4.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- Balanced AES/EBU, Coaxial, Optical (Toslink), MSB Network (CAT-5)
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 431.8 × 44.5 × 355.6 mm (W × H × D)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions